When it comes to affordable and fun sport cars, the Lotus Europa is absolutely packed with value. We’ve seen quite a few of these in barn find and project form, but there is always one issue with taking one… more»
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Left All Alone: 1964 Morgan Plus Four
The Morgan Plus Four is basically the same car as when it was introduced in 1950. This one is listed on eBay and located in Coleville, California where it’s been stored for over 20 years. Coleville is a long way from… more»
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1959 MGA Twin Cam Barn Find
This is another one of those unicorns in the British car world. With dual overhead camshafts, four wheel disc brakes and Dunlop knock off disc wheels, this certainly wasn’t a normal MGA. Unfortunately due to teething problems that have… more»
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The Beamer: Modifed 1953 Sunbeam Talbot
I’m not sure how to treat this one. The seller has a history of restomodding old classics to a high standard; the predecessor to this project brought $55,000 at an auction in 2008. So unlike some of the butchered… more»
Our Projects: Jamie Buys 2-1/2 More Cars
To no one’s surprise, my latest purchase is approximately 2-1/2 Triumph Heralds. I say 2-1/2 because there are two body shells, one completely restored frame and drive train, and three additional engines, as well as many boxes of new and… more»
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Jamie’s Dream Find! 23 Cars, 11 Motorcycles & More!
As anyone that has read Barn Finds for any length of time knows, I’m the resident British car nut. Yes, the other guys like MG’s & Triumphs, but I’ve had them since I was 12 and have owned somewhere… more»
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Rare Survivor Victory Edition: 1976 Triumph TR7
Although Triumph sold more TR7s than any other TR, it is very unusual to find a lovely survivor like this one. Most have been run into the ground, fixed on the cheap, or both. This is also an example… more»
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Identity Crisis: 1959 MGA Coupe
This poor MGA Coupe seems to be having a bit of an identity crisis, wouldn’t you say? A previous owner must have wished they owned a Corvette rather than an MG, so they installed some Corvettesque side trim. I… more»
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Austin-Healey With A V8 Surfaces After 20 Years
Barn Finds reader Olaf E. frequently submits finds that intrigue me, and this 56-61 (the seller doesn’t have a title) Austin Healey has certainly done that. The car has been highly modified in the “nasty boy” mold with an… more»
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In The Hedge: Pair of Jaguar E-Types
Whenever I flip through a few of my favorite magazines published in the U.K, I go right to their respective sections of barn finds or ran-when-parked specials. Almost every time there’s a vehicle that’s been pushed into a garden… more»
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Compact Sport: 1960 Turner 950
I know it isn’t a high speed Autobahn rocket, but I’ve always wanted one of these tiny Turner sport cars. These compact drop tops were powered by a meager Austin 950 inline 4, with just 35 horsepower. While that isn’t… more»
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Cute Little Thing: 1960 Morris Minor Pickup
This little pickup looks like a live version of a cartoon truck. After 30 years in storage it’s ready for its next animation. It’s listed on eBay in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. There are no details provided except the engine turns and there’s not much… more»
What Color Should We Paint Our MGA?
Decisions, decisions. There are a lot of decisions to make when restoring a car. What parts should you reuse and what should you buy new? Should you stick with stock or make a couple of sensible modifications? These are… more»
This 1948 MG TC Has Been In A Barn Since 1962!
This story comes from an ongoing series of emails we have received from one of our readers. Here it is in Peter K’s own words: July 9, 2015 First off, I love your website and get a kick out… more»
Tom’s First Barn Find!
From Tom L – So I think I may have found my first true barn find. Working on a building survey, I walked into an area that apparently hasn’t been visited for a while and came across what appears… more»
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Big Brother To Minis: 1965 MG 1100 Sedan
As the seller notes in their auction listing here on eBay, Americans might not even know the original Mini had a “big brother.” This former Florida car has been relocated to San Pedro, California and current bids are up… more»
